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How Hormonal Imbalances Affect Your Health

Hormonal imbalances are a lot more common than many people realize — and their effects are a lot more widespread. Here, learn how even a mild imbalance can affect your health and how our team can help.

May 1st, 2025

Your Vaginal Health Postpartum (and What to Do About It)

Bringing new life into the world is a miraculous experience, but it can also leave lasting marks on your body. Case in point: your vagina. If childbirth changed your vagina and introduced uncomfortable symptoms, we can help.

Apr 1st, 2025

What Causes Acne After 40?

Acne isn’t just a teenage problem. If you’re in your 40s or older and your skin is breaking out, you’re not alone. Learn what could be behind your skin woes and what can eliminate them here.

Mar 1st, 2025

How Neurotransmitters Work

Dopamine, serotonin, adrenaline, and endorphins are all neurotransmitters — chemical messengers that regulate various body functions. They influence your thoughts, emotions, and actions, and their functioning is essential to good health.

Feb 1st, 2025

Gut Health Habits You Should Start Embracing Today

Did you know your gut health plays a powerful role in your overall well-being? That's why we encourage you to start good habits today. Learn more here.

Jan 1st, 2025

4 Things You Didn’t Know About Adrenal Fatigue

Do you feel like something just isn’t quite right? As if you’re more tired than you should be or you have aches and pains that don’t seem to have a source? Vague symptoms such as these and others could indicate adrenal fatigue.

Dec 5th, 2024

How Does Menopause Affect Your Thyroid Gland?

Menopause is a major transition in every woman’s life. Hormonal shifts cause a range of uncomfortable symptoms. Just as your hormones impact menopause, so too does menopause affect your endocrine system. Learn about the role of your thyroid, here.

Nov 1st, 2024

Understanding the Various Factors That Can Contribute to Low Libido

While it’s not unusual for your libido to fluctuate over time, a major decline can cause health and quality-of-life problems. Here’s what affects your libido and how our team can help you restore yours.

Oct 10th, 2024

Beyond Lubricants: Reversing Mid-Life Vaginal Dryness with MonaLisa Touch®

Vaginal dryness can happen to women at any age, but is most common in middle-aged women going through hormonal changes. Find out why MonaLisa Touch treatment can help restore lubrication and how it works.

Sep 18th, 2024

Choosing the Right HRT Delivery Method for You

Hormones play important roles in wellness, and if levels are low, your health can suffer. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help. Here’s how to select the best HRT option for your needs and lifestyle.

Aug 12th, 2024

Perimenopause: When Does It Start, and How Long Does It Last?

Perimenopause is the transitional phase from your reproductive years to menopause. Its duration varies, and symptoms may resemble those of menopause. Learn more about when it can start and how long it can last.

Jul 1st, 2024

All About Dyspareunia: What Women Need to Know About Pain During Sex

Pain during sex, medically known as dyspareunia, isn’t something you have to cope with alone. Read to learn more about what causes women to suffer from pain during sex and treatment options that can improve your experience. 

Jun 13th, 2024

Aging and Low Libido: What's Normal, and What's Cause for Concern?

You expect your eyesight and hearing to fade as you age, but do you have to live with low libido too? Here’s what age does to your sex drive and how to address depending on the root cause.

May 2nd, 2024

Facts and Myths About Treating Menopausal Symptoms with Hormone Replacement Therapy

In the past, women routinely opted for Bioidentical hormone therapy to relieve menopause symptoms. However, misinformation led to a decrease in the use of it. Menopause is natural and shouldn’t be confusing, however, as we explain here.

Apr 1st, 2024

MonaLisa Touch® Laser Therapy for Vaginal Dryness: What to Expect

Skip the pills and the patches with noninvasive laser treatment that treats your vaginal symptoms for good. Read on to find out how it works. 

Mar 2nd, 2024

4 Signs of Vaginal Atrophy

If you’ve noticed uncomfortable changes in your vagina as the years pass, you’re far from alone. Up to three in five postmenopausal women report experiencing persistent vaginal dryness, which is a primary sign of vaginal atrophy. Read on to learn more.

Feb 1st, 2024

Common STDS and How to Prevent Them

Any sexual encounter you have can expose you to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Furthermore, you could have an STD without showing any obvious signs or symptoms. Keep reading to find out more.

Jan 18th, 2024

I Want My Sex Drive Back: What Can Help?

If you’ve noticed that your desire for sex has been much lower lately, you might be feeling frustrated. Explore possible causes of low libido and what can help here.

Dec 13th, 2023

Feel Like Yourself Again With MonaLisa Touch®

Experiencing pain, dryness, and discomfort in your vagina? It could be a natural consequence of menopause. However, you don’t have to live with it. Learn how a hormone-free treatment can restore your health.

Nov 2nd, 2023

When to Schedule a Sick Visit for Your Child

When it comes to scheduling sick visits for your child, you should always trust your instincts. However, we know many parents have questions about when to schedule sick visits. To get your questions answered, click here.

Oct 1st, 2023

5 Important Steps You Should Include in Your Skin Care Routine

Taking proper care of your skin can ensure that you slow down premature signs of aging and protect yourself from diseases like skin cancer. We review some essential steps to add to your skin care routine here.

Sep 1st, 2023

5 Tips for Managing Perimenopause Symptoms

Navigating perimenopause proactively can be a game-changer. It's like seizing control of your body's remote, tuning out persistent hot flashes and sleepless nights, and stepping into each day with renewed energy and comfort.

Aug 1st, 2023

How Does Salt Affect Blood Pressure?

High blood pressure is a common — but dangerous — health condition. The good news is that lifestyle changes can improve your blood pressure and your health. Learn how your diet affects your blood pressure and why salt intake shouldn’t be overlooked.

Jul 1st, 2023

Sex Is Painful: Can a MonaLisa Touch Treatment Help?

Women navigating the transition to menopause can easily become frustrated by the many symptoms they experience, including painful sex. Learn how nonsurgical MonaLisa Touch® laser treatments can restore your vaginal health and sexual satisfaction.

Jun 1st, 2023

How Vitamin B Deficiencies Can Cause Symptoms of Dementia

Dementia causes significant mental symptoms. But sometimes, it’s actually a vitamin B deficiency. Read on to learn more.

May 5th, 2023

How Do Cold Temperatures Impact Arthritis?

There are lots to do outside in the winter— unless you have arthritis. Here’s how to stay active despite the chill.

Apr 1st, 2023

This is What Happens to Your Body When Your Hormones Are Imbalanced

Your hormones serve as chemical messengers in your body and dictate how well your bodily systems function. If your hormones become imbalanced, your body can react in many ways. Explore the signs of hormone imbalance and how to correct the issue.

Mar 9th, 2023

Have a Low Libido? We Can Help

Are you struggling with the desire to have sex? We understand. Low libido can be incredibly frustrating. Keep reading to learn about its causes and how you can make changes to get your drive back.

Feb 8th, 2023

What Are the Symptoms of IBS?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) pervades every part of your life, with symptoms that appear suddenly and stop you from doing anything but finding the nearest bathroom. If you learn the symptoms, you’ll know when to seek help that restores your health.

Jan 1st, 2023

How do I Know if I’m in Perimenopause?

Weight gain. Skipped periods. Low libido. What’s going on? Find out if you’re in perimenopause, the period when your body transitions to menopause.

Dec 1st, 2022

3 Reasons Women Are Loving MonaLisa® Touch

Your friends and favorite celebrities are raving about MonaLisa® Touch. But is it really all that it’s hyped up to be? Take our experts’ word for it and find out more about what this revolutionary vaginal rejuvenation technology can do for you.

Nov 1st, 2022

Adjusting to Life With Menopause

As you age and your periods slow down, your body goes through some unpleasant changes. Learn about the symptoms of menopause and how you can make some changes that help you adjust to it so you can stay healthy and strong.

Nov 1st, 2020

5 Important Hormones and How They Help You Function

Hormones are integral to your body’s chief functions and helping you stay healthy and happy. Learn about five of the most essential hormones and how they help your body perform its many functions for a quality life.

Oct 12th, 2020

Who Needs Monalisa Touch?

Do you suffer from vaginal issues, like dryness or pain during intercourse? Don’t be embarrassed if you do; it is not uncommon. MonaLisa Touch laser therapy might be your solution. Keep reading to learn more.

Sep 2nd, 2020

Lifestyle Changes to Help Improve Symptoms of Menopause

While menopause is a milestone all women must endure, it doesn’t have to be unbearable. Our team specializes in helping you make lifestyle changes that reduce the unpleasant symptoms. Read on to learn more.

Aug 14th, 2020

8 Signs Your Loved One May Have Dementia

You’ve noticed that your loved one is growing more and more forgetful, but you’re not sure if it’s just a normal part of aging. Learn more about the symptoms of dementia and what you can do about them.

Jul 16th, 2020

What Role Do Hormones Play in Your Overall Wellness?

Fluctuations in your hormones can lead to a range of mild-to-severe health conditions. Learn more about hormones, how they drive your body’s main functions, and the role they play in your overall health.

Jun 15th, 2020

Conventional and Complementary Medicine and COVID-19: What You Should Know

The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented health event in American, and world, history. It is a constantly evolving situation. Learn more about the virus, how to prevent it, and ways our team can help you boost your immune system and stay healthy.

May 21st, 2020

Intercourse Shouldn't Be Painful

If it hurts when you have sex, you may be experiencing vaginal dryness, a problem that can occur during different ages and stages of life. To determine if this is your problem and learn about nonsurgical ways to treat the condition, read on.

Apr 27th, 2020

Are Your Symptoms Perimenopause?

Menopause may be years away, but you may be in a transitional phase called perimenopause. Read on to learn more about the symptoms and how you can live well during this time of declining fertility.

Mar 13th, 2020

The Essential Role of Hormones in Your Daily Functions

Hormones are crucial for so many of your essential daily functions, although many are unaware of the role they play in your health. Learn more about which vital functions hormones regulate and what symptoms to watch for when they get out of balance.

Feb 1st, 2020

Is My Lack of Interest in Sex Normal?

Has that bonfire of passion for your partner dwindled to a small flame or been snuffed out? Don’t panic, because it’s totally normal. Read on to learn what causes a low sex drive and what you can do about it.

Jan 2nd, 2020

Functional Medicine Introduces a Smarter Approach to Health Care

Not only is functional medicine as effective as traditional medicine, but it also offers a more holistic and comprehensive approach. Keep reading to learn more about the whole-body benefits of functional medicine.

Dec 1st, 2019

Health Problems You Didn't Know Were Connected to Your Hormones

When hormone levels are balanced, your body runs like a finely tuned machine. Throw one wrench in the cogs, though, and your entire system can come crashing down. If you’re experiencing health problems, unstable hormone levels could be to blame.

Nov 1st, 2019

Here's What Happens to Your Body When Your Hormones Are Imbalanced

Hormones are chemical messengers that keep most of your body functions humming along. When they’re out of balance, you experience uncomfortable and life-altering symptoms. Read on to learn if you need therapy to help you restore balance.

Oct 1st, 2019

5 Steps You Can Take to Prevent Alzheimer’s

About 5.5 million Americans age 65 and older have received the devastating diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Learn what you can do to take a proactive approach to keeping your brain in tip-top shape and reducing your risk.

Sep 1st, 2019

What Makes the Bredesen Protocol So Effective in Treating Dementia?

Dementia conditions like Alzheimer's disease affect millions worldwide. The Bredesen Protocol offers hope to sufferers and their families by improving and even curing cases of dementia.

Aug 1st, 2019

You Don't Have to Deal With Vaginal Dryness: Try MonaLisa Touch®

Vaginal dryness is painful and irritating, and it can affect many intimate and potentially embarrassing areas of your life. Don’t suffer with vaginal dryness when you can get relief with the MonaLisa Touch® treatment.

Jul 1st, 2019

Here's How Your Lifestyle Affects Your Risk of Dementia

Research suggests one-third of dementia cases worldwide might be prevented by better managing certain lifestyle factors. Read on to discover how your lifestyle can affect your risk of developing dementia.

Jun 14th, 2019

Learn about the Latest in Dementia Prevention: The Bredesen Protocol

Dementia doesn’t have to be a part of the aging process. There’s a way to naturally treat dementia and improve cognitive function. Keep reading to learn about the latest in dementia prevention.

May 1st, 2019

Are Bio-indentical Hormones Right for You?

Are your hormone levels out of whack? If you’re experiencing symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness for women, and low sex drive for men, you may benefit from bioidentical hormones. Learn more about this natural therapy and how it can help.

Apr 4th, 2019

Remedy Painful Sex After Menopause with MonaLisa Touch®

If postmenopausal vaginal dryness has made sexual intimacy more painful than pleasurable, you don’t have to resort to messy lubricants or hormone supplements for relief. Here’s how MonaLisa Touch® laser therapy can help.

Mar 11th, 2019

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Feb 20th, 2024

SEX AFTER BREAST CANCER – FINDING YOUR LIBIDO

Beating breast cancer is a triumph, but the effects of treatment can be devastating to your sex life. This is because anti-estrogen BRCA therapy can dramatically reduce your hormone levels, causing vaginal dryness or thinning of the vagina.

Aug 6th, 2018

LOWERED LIBIDO? REAWAKEN YOUR SEXUAL DESIRE

If you consistently find yourself disinterested in sex, and it impacts your quality of life or is negatively affecting your relationship, then you may wish to take a closer look at the causes.

Apr 6th, 2018

FEMALE ORGASMS – WHAT HAPPENS AND HOW TO INTENSIFY THEM

Orgasms are one of our favorite parts about being women, and many of us wish they would happen more frequently. Only a small percentage of women can climax just from penetration, and at least 25 percent have trouble reaching orgasm at all.

Apr 6th, 2018